Billboard Advertising in Washington, DC
10 outdoor advertising companies serve Washington, DC. Compare who runs the boards, which formats they sell, and request quotes from the ones that fit.
- Operators
- 10
- Based in DC
- 1
- Sell digital
- 6
- Formats
- 9
Outdoor advertising companies in Washington
- Capitol Outdoor DC1,100 billboard faces nationwide
Based in Washington, DC · Static bulletin, Digital bulletin, Wallscape, Other
- Clear Channel Outdoor Americas Billboards48,734 billboard faces nationwide
Based in San Antonio, TX · Static bulletin, Digital bulletin, Poster, Wallscape, Bench/shelter, Other
- Outfront Media42,125 billboard faces nationwide
Based in New York, NY · Static bulletin, Digital bulletin, Poster, Wallscape, Transit, Bench/shelter, Other
- Branded Cities3,700 billboard faces nationwide
Based in Phoenix, AZ · Digital bulletin, Wallscape, Place-based
- Orange Barrel Media2,200 billboard faces nationwide
Based in Columbus, OH · Digital bulletin, Wallscape, Place-based
Based in Inglewood, CA · Bench/shelter
Based in Baltimore, MD · Static bulletin
Based in Sherman Oaks, CA · Bench/shelter
Based in Cherry Hill, NJ · Static bulletin, Digital bulletin
Based in Inglewood, CA · Poster, Static bulletin, Bench/shelter, Mobile, Other
Estimated billboard prices in Washington
Washington anchors the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area (about 6.3 million people), so we treat it as a major metro market. Estimated price per board for a 4-week period:
| Format | Estimated price per 4 weeks |
|---|---|
| Static bulletin | $4,000 to $15,000 |
| Digital billboard | $4,000 to $15,000 |
| Poster | $1,500 to $4,000 |
| Junior poster | $700 to $1,500 |
OOHGuide estimates by market size, based on published industry ranges and operator rate cards. Individual boards can be well above or below these ranges. Population: US Census Bureau 2023 estimates.
Estimate a full campaign in Washington with the billboard cost calculator.
National billboard price ranges
National ranges per 4-week period or month. Washington prices vary by board, traffic and season, so use quotes for real numbers. Try our billboard cost calculator for a market-size estimate.
| Format | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Static billboard | $250 to $25,000+ |
| Digital billboard (shared rotation) | $770 to $20,000 |
| National average, static | about $3,953 |
Source: Business.com, Cost of a Billboard.
Formats available in Washington
- Static bulletin (6)
- Digital bulletin (6)
- Wallscape (5)
- Bench/shelter (5)
- Other (4)
- Poster (3)
- Place-based (2)
- Transit (1)
- Mobile (1)
Billboard advertising in Washington: FAQ
How many billboard companies operate in Washington, DC?
Our directory lists 10 outdoor advertising operators serving Washington, DC, including 1 based in District of Columbia. Coverage changes as companies buy and sell boards, so confirm availability with each operator.
How much does a billboard cost in Washington, DC?
We estimate a static billboard in Washington, DC at about $4,000 to $15,000 per 4 weeks, based on its market size. Prices depend on the board's size, traffic and how long you run, and individual boards can fall outside that range. For real pricing in Washington, request quotes from local operators.
Are digital billboards available in Washington, DC?
Yes. 6 of the operators listed here sell digital billboards in their portfolio. Digital lets you share a screen with other advertisers in short rotations, which usually lowers the entry price.
How long do I have to book a billboard?
Most operators sell in 4-week periods, with discounts for 12 weeks or longer. Some smaller operators and digital networks offer shorter flights.